Sumo Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Medius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Quadriceps, Adductor Magnus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Wide Squat
How to: Sumo Squat
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes pointed slightly outward.
- Bend at the hips and knees to lower your body into a squat, keeping your chest up and back straight.
- Push through your heels to stand back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting knees cave inward.
- Arching the lower back excessively.
- Not going low enough to engage the glutes effectively.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with a chair behind you to assist with balance.
- Use a wider stance for more comfort if required.
Tips
- Keep your back straight and chest lifted throughout the movement.
- Push through your heels to engage your glutes effectively.
- Don’t let your knees go past your toes when squatting down.
Sumo Squat Alternatives
Tags
squats
thighs
glutes
strength
body weight
beginner